Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
verticillata
ID:
917753

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baldwin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Sketch Bot. S. Carolina 1: 36 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917088

Common Names

  • Collinsonia verticillata
  • Verticillata Collinsonia
  • Verticillata Horsebalm

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Description

Collinsonia verticillata (also called Horsebalm, Richweed, and Whorlywort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the eastern United States and Canada. It has a square stem, opposite leaves, and small white flowers. It grows in moist woods and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Collinsonia verticillata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Collinsonia verticillata has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Collinsonia verticillata is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be planted in a well-drained soil in a partially shaded area. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Collinsonia verticillata

Collinsonia verticillata is native to India.

Collinsonia verticillata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Collinsonia verticillata?

Collinsonia verticillata

What is the common name of Collinsonia verticillata?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Collinsonia verticillata?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-46241: Based on the initial data import
William Baldwin (1779-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baldwin' in the authors string.